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Lakewood California Social Security Lawyers want to help

Are you unable to work because of a disability? Social security may be the solution. If you have been turned down for social security benefits, or if you have yet to apply, an experienced Lakewood social security attorney can increase your odds of qualifying. Contact an experienced Lakewood social security attorney today to learn more. Start by filling out the form on the left..

Your SSI or SSDI application: it makes a big difference

It is not easy to qualify for social security benefits in every case. Roughly 65% of people are initially turned down. However, you can dramatically increase your odds of winning your benefits claim by working with an experienced Lakewood social security lawyer. This is because most SS attorneys have learned what criteria the review board is looking for. For many people, social security payments mean the difference between falling through society’s cracks and safety. This is because social security was designed to help those who are most vulnerable: those who suffer from a disability and who cannot work. For those who qualify, social security provides a safety net of monthly checks for the duration of your disability, in addition to other potential benefits such as medical care coverage and assistance from your state.

Lakewood Social Security attorneys: how much do they cost?

If you think you can’t afford a social security attorney, think again. They’re not as expensive as you probably think. In most every case, social security lawyers work on a “contingency” fee. That means they only get paid if you win your social security benefits claim. Social Security regulations set a cap for attorney fees. As of June 2009, the cap is $6,000. Also, attorneys can only receive their money from the past due benefits awarded to you, a max of 25%. So, the most a social security lawyer can charge is: the smaller amount of 25% of your past due benefits or $6,000. By filling out the questionnaire on the left, an experienced Lakewood Social Security attorney will contact you.

Education: SSDI versus SSI

The federal government created Social Security for a number of reasons. One of those reasons was to provide benefits to Americans who cannot work due to an injury. The injury must last at least one year, and prevent you from working. There are two different programs that give rise to disability payments under the Social Security System: SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) and SSI (Supplemental Security Income). Both programs provide relief to injured Americans, but they are different from each other.

Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) – Work with a Knowledgeable Lakewood Disability Insurance Attorney Today

To receive payments under the SSDI plan, you must have worked a percentage of the previous years (depending on your age). Thus, only those with a work history can qualify. Beneficiaries may also qualify for Medicare coverage. Speak with an experienced Lakewood SSDI lawyer to learn more.

SSI: You may qualify - Reach a qualified Lakewood Disability Attorney

Supplemental Security Income, or SSI for short, is available for people who suffer from a disability regardless of work history. SSI is paid from general revenues, unlike the SSDI system. SSI beneficiaries may also qualify for Medicaid and Food Stamps. They may also be eligible for additional income from the state. Contact your Lakewood SSI lawyer to learn more.

How does the application and appeal process work? - Lakewood Disability Appeals attorney

You can apply online, in person, or over the phone for social security. You will be prompted to fill out a series of questions that require you to substantiate your disability. If you have been denied, you can appeal your case. At appeal, you will have to prove that your condition qualifies as a disability. If you do not feel comfortable appearing on your own behalf, an attorney may present your case for you.

The list below contains a few examples of the types of illnesses and injuries that have qualified previous applicants for a disability:

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